Wednesday, December 21, 2016

I love the look of pretty wrapped packages during the holidays. I wanted to create something a bit more special so I decided to DIY some printed or stamped gift wrap. This is a fun way to add a little personal touch to your presents!

Monday, December 19, 2016

I can't believe that this year is almost over! With Christmas coming up, and New Year's Eve right around the corner, there's so many holiday parties to dress up for! Today's outfit would be perfect for a more casual get together. I like to layer and play with lots of different textures and fabrics for my outfits. This one features a silky satin dress paired with my favorite suede over-the-knee boots and a suede look jacket and some sneaky fishnet tights. Keep reading to see more from this look!

Friday, December 16, 2016

What I love about this time of year is all of the awesome gift sets that come out for the holidays. One of my gift hacks - is to buy a few of these sets and break them up to gifts to my girlfriends and family. I've rounded up some of the best holiday value sets out there that would be great to combine together into a little gift bundle. I like to combine a makeup product like a lippie or a mascara, a face mask and maybe something additional like a notebook or fancy hair tie. The combinations are endless. Best of all, you can even make yourself a little bundle to keep also! What are some of your holiday gift hacks?

Friday, December 9, 2016

Florals aren't just reserved for springtime. I love wearing floral prints all year long and styling them to fit the current season. For this look, I paired this floral print dress in a winter color palette with over the knee boots and a metallic silver purse to make it perfect for this time of year. Since I live in California where it doesn't get too cold, I can get away with pairing my dresses with over the knee boots to keep warm, I mean they're almost like pants right? All of my jewelry is of course from The Songbird Collection. You can use code THREADSNBREADS for 20% OFF your entire purchase! I love this look for dinner out with the girls, or even a holiday party, which is what I wore this to! Throw on a coat or thick cardigan and you're ready to go out for the night!

Friday, November 4, 2016

I'm obsessed with the nude/neutral clothes look. Although, it's not a look for everyday for me, it's fun to channel my inner Kanye by wearing clothes that don't look like I'm wearing clothes. Instead of the tight spandex/spanx look, I'm wearing a more slouchy tunic that is perfect for the Fall season.

Friday, October 28, 2016

As a blogger and a co-owner of a small jewelry business, The Songbird Collection, I have to have a productive space at home. I finally have a little area that I've been able to turn into my home office. I like to surround myself with pretty things that can help me get things done. Here are some of my home office necessities.

Wednesday, October 19, 2016

When I'm working on projects or the blog, I love having music playing in the background to help get me in the flow to get stuff done. Music can really set the mood when you're trying to get a lot of work done, or get ready to go out, or even to relax. I got this new bluetooth speaker from Amazon*, that I'm reviewing today, that easily connects to my phone to play tunes.

Tuesday, October 18, 2016

It’s October, and it'sBreast Cancer Awareness Month! The Outlets at Orange is teaming up with Susan G. Komen for the "More Than Pink" campaign. People can dine for a cause at two of the center’s most entertaining restaurants (Dave & Buster’s and Lucky Strike Lanes) on two special days this month.

Monday, October 10, 2016

Bomber Jackets are the everywhere! And for a good reason too! We're going thru a casual chic revolution and bomber jackets are the perfect outerwear to pull a casual look together for the fall. These jackets keep us warm as the temperatures start to fall, but are also lightweight and not too thick for those random heat wave days. I love being able to pair it with a casual dress or to wear on top of a t-shirt and some shorts or boyfriend jeans.

Thursday, October 6, 2016

I'm so excited to share about an amazing company that I'm proud to collaborate with. Purpose Jewelry is handcrafted by survivors of modern-day slavery. 100% of the proceeds benefit International Sanctuary, a non profit that provides holistic care for young women rescued from sex trafficking. Each piece is even hand-signed by the woman who made it. They have really pretty items to that pair nicely with any wardrobe.

Thursday, September 29, 2016

How cool is this wooden watch? With Fall finally here, I'm loving earth tones and more natural materials like leather and wood in my style and accessories. I love the look of this unique watch from Jord Wood Watches. Keep reading to the end to see how you could win $75 for a new watch!

Monday, September 26, 2016

Who doesn't want to be a mermaid? When I saw these mermaid tail blankets, I knew I needed to have them! What beats lounging around watching Netflix with your fellow mermaids? Doing the exact same thing while enjoying some Mermaid Strawberry Ice Cream Sandwiches! Keep reading for an easy recipe!

Friday, September 23, 2016

I'm loving all things off the shoulder. These tops and dresses that show off your shoulders are super sexy and flirty! It's still very warm and very much summer weather here in Southern California, so I'm still wearing these kinds of tops with shorts. As the weather starts to cool down, it's easy to transition these pieces to Fall by pairing them with pants and boots. I love pairing off the shoulder tops with choker necklaces like this suede wrap one.

Friday, September 16, 2016

I'm a total caffeine addict, and love having my coffee on the daily. Cold-brew coffee is everywhere now, and for a good reason! It's so much more tasty and flavorful than the regular iced coffee, which is made from brewing hot coffee and pouring it over ice. I normally add cream and sugar to my iced coffees, but with cold-brew I only add a splash of milk! The tradition way of making iced coffee gives you a diluted and more acidic tasting drink. With cold-brew, you are letting the coffee brew for a longer amount of time at a colder temperature, so you get a slightly sweeter coffee without losing depth in flavor.

Wednesday, September 14, 2016

Today, I'm happy to share about this great company called Eco Swim. They are a sustainable-minded swimwear collection made-in-America from recycled nylons and other eco-friendly materials. They make great swimsuits and cover-ups that are high quality and made from planet friendly products. It's really nice to know that your clothing can come from a responsible company that creates sustainable fashion.

I'm wearing a swim cover up from their collection. It's a comfy hooded dress and perfect to wear even when you're not at the pool.

Friday, September 9, 2016

I love me a good bralette. I'm so happy that these little underthings are trending right now. They're so many cute and sexy styles. Sometime you just don't want to wear a regular bra, or usually these little bralettes just look better under that sheer top. I've got a growing collection and I've listed some of my favorite picks from all over that are all under $50! There are so many different styles from lacey to strappy to athletic!Which is your favorite style?

Friday, September 2, 2016

I'm totally loving the 90s throwback style that's been making a strong comeback! This oversized denim jacket from Romwe is the perfect transition piece into fall. I paired it with basics that are perfect for running errands and getting coffee. I added a little flair and personalized my jacket with some pins. There's so many pins out there now from many different artists that are super cute to accessorize your jackets, backpacks, bags and more! See the outfit details below and more from this look, including a look at the insta-worthy Alfred's Tea Room.

Monday, August 29, 2016

Here's 3 reasons for why you need some knee socks in your life!1. I love to wear shorts around the house, especially for lounging because it's the most comfortable. If I do ever get cold, wearing knee socks help to keep my feet warm, especially when you have cold tile floors.

2 . Knee socks are perfect to wear under boots. I hate when my socks slip when I'm wearing knee high, or even over the knee boots. I have a bunch of pairs of knee socks that I can wear under all my tall boots that will never slip.

3. Knee Socks are great for working out. I love the look of them with sneakers, for that retro feel. They also will protect your shins if you're doing any weightlifting workouts like dead lifts where the bar may come in contact with your shins.

I received these socks from Chrissy's Knee Socks for review purposes. All opinions stated in this post are of my own. I really love collecting different types of knee socks because there's so much personality in each pair. Chrissy's really has a large selection of styles, prints and colors. All of the socks that I received were great in quality, and feel super comfy to wear. They have a good stretch on them, even with the designs. My favorite ones have to be the Donut Socks below since they appeal to my foodie side. Other faves include: Shark Socks, Rainbow Unicorn, and tube socks.

Tuesday, August 23, 2016

Summer is coming to an end, and Fall is just around the corner. The easiest way to transition your summer outfits to fall, is to layer and throw a jacket over it. I love wearing shorts and dresses, so I will continue to wear these outfits well into fall. Adding a jacket will ease the transition to slightly cooler temperatures.

Friday, August 19, 2016

I love the look of maxi dresses, especially with a wrap detail. I think the wrap silhouette is super sexy and really looks good on any body type. This dress is from SheIn, a fast fashion website. I was a bit skeptical with how the quality would be seeing as how the prices were so low, but after receiving this dress, I was pleasantly surprised. The quality of the fabric was decent and not like that super thin fabric that wrinkles really easily that I've encountered with other cheap brands. Shop this dress here.

Monday, August 15, 2016

As a blogger, I'm constantly on my phone all day long, and I like to surround myself with pretty things and decided I would personalize my tech items since I'm constantly on them. I shared some spring trends and patterns in this previous post, and this time, I'm sharing the summer trends inspired by vacations and getting away! My phone is an extension of my style and personality. I am super excited about collaborating with Incipio again with their latest summer design series collection. You may have already seen me flaunting these fashion-forward cases in some of my latest instagrams.

They are totally on trend with their patterns: leaf print, mermaid scales and a fun flamingo print! What I love most about their cases is that they really protect phone from accidental drops while not sacrificing style. All of the cases really show off the color of your phone because you know I love my rose gold iphone 6s!

Tuesday, August 9, 2016

I absolutely love coordinating sets, and this tropical print one from Zaful is the perfect summer outfit. This outfit is perfect for a date night on vacation or when you just feel like you need to be on vacation. What I love about coordinating sets is that you can break apart the pieces to make multiple looks. The top can easily be paired with a high waisted pair of shorts for a more casual look. For my second look, I swapped the top for a simple white cropped tank. Check out more of the look below the jump!

Thursday, August 4, 2016

I've been loving that the choker trend is back in full force. I grew up in the 90's, and loved this trend then, and still love it now. There's so many different styles available and really helps to make your outfit pop. Today I'm sharing 4 types of chokers you need in your closet! You won't see me without one of these on the weekend.

Tuesday, August 2, 2016

Summer is here, and I'm obsessed with this perfect little floral blue dress. I got this on sale at h&m recently, so it's no longer on their website, but they may have it in stores. I love how flirty and feminine it is with the little cut-out. I pared it with my summer staples: espadrilles, a choker and a bucket bag I picked up from the Nordstrom Sale.

Saturday, July 30, 2016

I'm in full on summer mode! On the weekend, I pretty much live in a bikini, so it's nice to always have options. I recently received* this leaf print bikini from Zaful. Zaful is a fast fashion site that offers lots of cute trendy pieces at really affordable prices. The quality is decent for the price. I would say it's comparable to Forever 21. They even offer priority shipping on a lot of their items which means they arrive in about 3 days from when you order.

Thursday, July 28, 2016

In today's post, I'm sharing with you a fun product from Cheeky Physique. They are a beauty company that offers women different products that give you some shortcuts to looking great. They've got a variety of products from lip plumpers, bust enhancers and even tummy tighteners. When they reached out* to see if I wanted to try their Sublime Lips product, I was intrigue because of the claim of lip plumping without that stinging feeling that other plumpers usually have.

Wednesday, July 27, 2016

I was lucky enough to be invited recently to try out Brio Tuscan Grille's new "Moderno" Menu. I've dined at this restaurant once before, but after hearing about the new tasty dishes I couldn't wait to taste the new offerings. This new menu showcases a new take on Tuscan-style dining and incorporates small plates and entrees perfect for sharing.

Wednesday, July 20, 2016

Today, I'm sharing my picks for the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale. What's great about this sale is that it includes all the new Fall items that normally don't go on sale. This is the perfect time to get your wardrobe ready for the Fall season. The sale starts July 22, but if you're a card holder, you've got early access. Here's a round up of some of my favorites for clothes, beauty, bags and shoes.

Friday, July 15, 2016

The first U.S. semi-permanent Hello Kitty Cafe is now open in Southern California at the Irvine Spectrum Center. This kawaii (Japanese for cute) cafe is housed in a shipping container and is part of a pop-up concept that they're testing out at this Irvine shopping center. The Hello Kitty Cafe Truck has made an appearence at this center previously. From what I hear, this little cafe container will remain at the Spectrum for a whole year. Here's hopes to a permanent brick and mortar cafe in the future. I was able to drop by the container during their soft opening while they were training staff and also stopped in at the media tasting event. I would warn you to expect long lines opening weekend. My advise would be to hold off few weeks for the crowd to die down.

The menu of treats features an assortment of cookies, pastries and tiny cakes. There are both hot and cold teas and coffees offered on the drink menu. They're signature drinks include a strawberry mint lemonade and a really tasty peach iced tea. The coffee drinks feature coffee from the local Portola Coffee Lab. They even have the cutest Hello Kitty bow shaped water bottles.

This is a any Hello Kitty fan's dream! They have the cutest little set up with cafe tables and chairs for guest to hang out. Each treat has something Hello Kitty incorporated, either with a Kitty head or her signature bow. Check out all the cuteness below!

Thursday, July 14, 2016

I'm a huge beauty junkie, so when So Choix (pronounced shwaaaa) reached out* about trying their product, I was intrigued and excited. What is So Choix? They're making it easy for beauty lovers to try high-end makeup, perfumes, and nail polishes, without ever having to go into a Sephora or make-up counter. What really piqued my interest was that they had Tom Ford, Dior and Gucci. I've been wanting to try some of these higher end brands for while now to see if they are really worth the money.

Friday, July 1, 2016

I love subscription boxes.. I've tried the Julep Maven box and the ipsy bag for a while, but i've never gotten a box that had a variety of items outside of beauty products. POPSUGAR sent me this Must Have Box to try out. There's two size options you can get: a mini and a regular shown here. Get yours here: http://bit.ly/1sGETFK. Keep reading to see what's inside.

Wednesday, June 29, 2016

It's day 3 of the Style Collective Summer Style Challenge! Today's look is featuring this fun romper look. I've been searching for the a fun tropical/palm leaf printed something for so long, and I'm so excited I found this fitted romper from H&M! This particular one isn't available online anymore, but I found it in the store on sale for $25! I love how it's fitted looks a bit more dressy. I paired this with a fun printed clutch and some black wedges. I'm wearing a fun bolo wrap choker which I think really helps make this summer look.

Tuesday, June 28, 2016

We are officially in the middle of summer, my favorite season of the year! I love the warmer weather and longer days. There's always so much more to do and endless adventures to be had! Summer has been the season of prints. I've been loving all the fun prints and patterns that can be found on dresses and accessories. Finding the perfect summer print dress made me so happy! This dress that I found at H&M has the cutest little pelicans printed all over. It can be dressed up or dressed down with the right accessories. My dress is no longer available online, but I've linked a similar style. Keep reading for a bunch of printed dress options under $75 perfect for those warm summer nights!

Monday, June 6, 2016

I love getting my nails done, as much as any other girl, but pampering yourself can add up and get pricey for my budget. I've always been a DIY girl, so with practice, I've been able to master the at-home mani with the help from a few tools. Keep reading to see how to pamper yourself at home!

Saturday, May 28, 2016

With the long weekend ahead of us, and summer just around the corner, it's a perfect time to escape and take a trip somewhere. I'm lucky enough to have just come home from a trip to Mexico, and I'm on my way to Japan! I can't wait to eat all the ramen and sushi! I wanted to share my packing list, I try to get a good foundation of basic pieces and then liven them up with trending accessories. Here are some tips and tricks for packing efficiently and traveling comfortably.

Wednesday, May 25, 2016

I'm constantly on my phone all day long, and I like to surround myself with pretty things and decided I would personalize my tech items since I'm constantly on them. Since I'm already styling my clothes and accessories on a daily basis, why not style my phone as well? My phone would be an extension of my style and personality. I was super excited when this collaboration opportunity** came up with Incipio. They have a new Ring in the Spring Design Series case collection that includes fashion-forward spring trends: florals, stripes and marble prints. I knew I had to get my hands on some of these pretty cases.

Friday, May 20, 2016

As I get closer to the last years of my late twenties, I’ve realized
the importance of taking care of my skin. Bad skin can really age you, and who
doesn’t want to look like they’re in their twenties forever?! This year
especially I’ve been experimenting with different skincare products that will
help me hang on to my youth as long as I can including: masks, eye creams and
moisturizing creams.

I recently just found out about TULA, a skincare line that is all about probiotics. We all know probiotics are good
for your digestion – I get my dose through yogurt every morning. They help to
fight inflammation in the gut, and also help neutralize and block some toxins.
Probiotics can also be used topically in skincare.
According to World
Health, these good bacteria can yield these benefits: wrinkle prevention, strengthening
skin barrier, and upholding moisture.

Tuesday, May 17, 2016

As a blogger and digital marketer, I'm always connected - either on my phone or on my laptop for work and blogging. I like to surround myself with pretty things and decided I wanted to personalize my Macbook as an extension of my style and personality. I already pay so much attention to my personal style when it comes to clothes and accessories, why shouldn't my tech items get the same attention? I knew I wanted some sort of skin for my Macbook, because I could easily apply it, and change it up if I want a new design. Keep reading for how you can win a custom laptop or phone case of your own!

I found this company called CaseApp. They have the best looking marble and leaf print cases for your phone and laptops. I also found out that you can fully customize your design! They have existing designs you can chose from (including every type of marble print you can image) or you can design your own images and upload them to their design widget.

Their design widget makes it super easy to add text or images to your design to fully customize your piece!

I had the hardest time deciding what I wanted for my design. They have so many amazing existing designs, but I knew I wanted to customize it somehow. I was very temped to go with a marble print, but decided on this palm leaf print instead. I chose to personalize it by putting the name of my blog on it.

You are able to add any text you want using their tool, but I created my blog name file in photoshop because I wanted a specific font and saved it as a .png with a transparent background. They also have a handful of cute graphics and quotes you can add. I chose to add a simple heart next to my name since the palm print was so busy.

The laptop skin came in a flat envelop with a hard cardboard backing so that it would not fold. The above shows the printed design on the sheet with the shape of the laptop die cut out. The material for the skin is a thicker textured sticker material that acts as a protective layer for the laptop. It's simple to apply, and easy to remove and re-place if you mess up. Application tip: I used the apple cutout in the middle as a guide for positioning, then pressed from the middle out to the edges pushing out all the air bubbles.